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Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 35mm
The f/1.7 aperture and 9-blade diaphragm deliver strong subject separation with smooth bokeh, making it a standout for APS-C portrait work at 170g. Its STM autofocus is quick and supports eye/face detection, while the lightweight build and minimal focus breathing add practical value for hybrid shooters. This lens is best for Fujifilm X portrait photographers and street shooters who prioritize a shallow depth of field and a discreet, travel-friendly form factor.
Focal length 35mm
Aperture f/1.7
Mount Fujifilm X
Weight 170 g
af type Autofocus
49 Overall Score
Price $179
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong bokeh (96th percentile) 96th
- Strong aperture (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong build (86th percentile) 86th
Cons
- Below average macro (8th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
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Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Focal Length Min | 35 |
| Focal Length Max | 35 |
| Elements | 11 |
| Groups | 9 |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/1.7 |
| Min Aperture | f/16 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Build
| Mount | Fujifilm X |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.4 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 52 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | No |
Focus
| Max Magnification | 1:7.7 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 35mm | Tamron Di III-A 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD | Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR | Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM | Sigma Contemporary C1850DCDNSE | Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FS12060 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 35mm | 18-300mm | 16-85mm | 18-135mm | 18-50mm | 12-60mm |
| Max Aperture | f/1.7 | f/3.5 | f/3.5 | f/3.5 | 2.8 | 22 |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fuji X | Nikon F | Canon EF-S | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Stabilization | false | true | true | true | false | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | false | false | false | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 170 | 92 | 59 | 515 | 290 | 210 |
| AF Type | Autofocus | VXD linear motor | AF-S | STM | stepping motor | Autofocus |
| Lens Type | - | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | Versatility | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 35mm | 55.1 | 95.5 | 85.9 | 7.8 | 40.3 | 94.9 | 34 | 35.8 |
| Tamron Di III-A 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD Compare | 98.2 | 78 | 96.2 | 88.6 | 73.5 | 79.8 | 99.2 | 80.7 |
| Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Compare | 55.1 | 78 | 98.5 | 59.9 | 64.2 | 79.8 | 94.2 | 92.3 |
| Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Compare | 86 | 78 | 45.8 | 33 | 79.1 | 79.8 | 96 | 92.3 |
| Sigma Contemporary C1850DCDNSE Compare | 86 | 83.9 | 83 | 91 | 79.1 | 85.9 | 78.5 | 35.8 |
| Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FS12060 Compare | 55.1 | 16.3 | 89.7 | 82.1 | 72.2 | 25.4 | 93.3 | 96.3 |
Price
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